The Declaration of Independence ignored the rights of marginalized groups from "summary" of A People's History of the United States by Howard Zinn
The Declaration of Independence, a revered document in American history, has often been hailed for its lofty ideals and principles. However, a closer examination reveals that it failed to address the rights of marginalized groups in society. The Declaration's assertion that "all men are created equal" did not apply to enslaved African Americans, Native Americans, women, and poor white men who did not own property. These marginalized groups were systematically excluded from the rights and freedoms promised in the Declaration. Enslaved African Americans were considered property, not people, and were denied basic human rights such as liberty and equality. Native Americans were viewed as obstacles to be removed in the relentless pursuit of westward expansion, their land seized without consent or compensation. Women were also marginalized by the Declaration's omission of their rights. They were denied the right to vote, own property, or participate in politica...
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